Online gaming is fun and exciting, but its popularity has made it a target for online crime. Cybercriminals are targeting gamers to gain access to their online gaming credentials, and other personal information that can be exploited for profit. Traditional, signature-based antivirus solutions are notoriously bulky, disruptive and resource hungry, making them undesirable among gamers with high performance systems. As a result gamers either disable their security, or remove it altogether.

By partnering with Webroot, Plantronics now provides highly-effective, cloud-based threat detection from Webroot that is dramatically lighter and faster than competing products. Gamers won't be interrupted by screen freezes, game lag or system crashes from traditional slow scans and security updates. Plantronics is offering a 14-day free trial of Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus as a bundle with the GameCom 788 USB headset with Dolby® 7.1 surround sound technologies to provide players with state-of-the-art audio communication, and innovative, online security that doesn't compromise gameplay.

"Plantronics is committed to providing gamers with an immersive online experience. Precision audio and the ability to communicate with teammates is key," said Dorothy Ferguson, director of marketing for Plantronics Gaming. "Where Plantronics GameCom 788 with Dolby 7.1 surround eliminates sound lag when it counts most, Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus enhances security without jeopardizing player performance."

"Plantronics is an industry leader that shares Webroot's dedication to research and continual improvement through innovation," said David Bennett, vice president of worldwide consumer and SMB sales at Webroot. "Because Webroot SecureAnywhere solutions fundamentally changed the way security is delivered, they only requires a very small footprint allowing gaming PCs to perform at their peak. This is critical for gamers, as they often sacrifice security to maximize system performance. This partnership offers customers who demand the best for their systems, a combination of Plantronics revolutionary sound quality, and Webroot's unmatched protection against malware, identity theft and phishing attacks."

Cloud-based Webroot SecureAnywhere AntiVirus for PC Gamers offers connected gamers an alternative to the traditional security solutions that have proven ineffective against today's malware. It installs in seconds and scans most PC systems in less than two minutes. It also uses less than 4MB of RAM and its cloud-based threat detection architecture means there are no security updates or definitions to download. All users are protected against the latest threats from the moment they are discovered - anywhere in the world.

Webroot will be exhibiting at the E3 Conference on June 10 to 12, 2014 at Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California, Booth #2750. In addition to showcasing Webroot SecureAnywhere Antivirus for PC Gamers, event attendees will have opportunities to win prizes such as free copies of Webroot software and a high performance gaming system.

About Plantronics

Plantronics is a global leader in audio communications for businesses and consumers. We have pioneered new trends in audio technology, creating innovative products that allow people to simply communicate. From unified communication to Bluetooth® headsets to gaming solutions, we deliver uncompromising quality, an ideal experience, and extraordinary service. Plantronics is used by every company in the Fortune 100™, as well as 911 dispatch, air traffic control and various mission critical applications for those on the frontline. For more information, please visit www.plantronics.com or call (800) 544-4660.

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Webroot delivers next-generation endpoint security and threat intelligence services to protect businesses and individuals around the globe. Our smarter approach harnesses the power of cloud-based collective threat intelligence derived from millions of real-world devices to stop threats in real time and help secure the connected world. Our award-winning SecureAnywhere® endpoint solutions and BrightCloud® Threat Intelligence Services protect tens of millions of devices across businesses, home users, and the Internet of Things. Trusted and integrated by market-leading companies, including Cisco, F5 Networks, Aruba, Palo Alto Networks, A10 Networks, and more, Webroot is headquartered in Colorado and operates globally across North America, Europe, and Asia. Discover Smarter Cybersecurity™ solutions at www.webroot.com.